Published in 2004, the Ten-Year Childcare Strategy set out the Government's policy programme for childcare and early education. Now, despite the economic downturn, these policy areas remain top priorities, and the Government has set out the next phase of reform in Next Steps for Early Learning and Childcare - Building on the Ten-Year Strategy. Here are the main intentions:
FAMILY SUPPORT
To provide greater support for parents, as well as friends and relatives who care, Government will:
- ensure Families Information Services take account of needs of family and friends who care, as well as parents
- ensure Children's Centres and Extended Schools illustrate how their services can support family and friends
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